‘No family should go through this pain’
Langley: Teenager pleads guilty to manslaughter of Temur Qureshi
An 18-year-old man has been convicted of the manslaughter of Temur Qureshi who was stabbed and died at the scene in Langley last year.
Jack Patterson of Stile Road, Slough, was found not guilty by a jury of one count of murder but guilty of one count of possession of a bladed article at Reading Crown Court on Monday, April 15.
He had previously pleaded guilty to one count of manslaughter.
Police officers attended Hampden Road on September 30, 2023 at around 11.20am, following a report that a young man – 19year-old Temur Qureshi from Slough – had been stabbed
South Central Ambulance Service also attended and treated Temur but he died at the scene.
Police later said Temur was able to identify his attacker to those who came to assist him and soon arrested Patterson, who had fled to the Midlands.
A Home Office post-mortem examination found Temur died of a haemorrhage and a stab wound to the left lung.
Senior investigating officer Detective Inspector Alice Broad, of the Thames Valley Police’s Major Crime Unit, said: “Firstly, I would like to extend my sympathies to the family of Temur Qureshi, who have been patient and dignified as this investigation and court process has progressed.
“No family should have to go through this pain.
“While Jack Patterson has been found not guilty of Temur’s murder at Reading Crown Court, the defendant previously admitted to killing the 19-year-old man, and the jury found him guilty of having a knife.
“Secondly, I would like to pay tribute to the group of people who stopped to assist Temur following his injuries and worked hard to try to save his life while calling 999, along with the police officers and paramedics who soon arrived on scene.
“Sadly, Temur’s life could not be saved.
“However, despite Temur battling for his life, he was still able to identify his attacker to those who came to assist him, and we soon arrested Patterson, who had fled to a family address in the Midlands.
“Finally, I would like to pay tribute to the investigation team who have worked tirelessly to piece together what took place on September 30 last year.
“Thames Valley Police will not tolerate the carrying of weapons of any type nor associated violence.
“We will always work with communities and partners to bring offenders to justice and keep society safe.”
Patterson was charged on October 4 last year and pleaded guilty to one count of manslaughter at Reading Crown Court on April 2.
He was remanded in custody and is due to be sentenced at the same court on May 31.
Local policing area commander for Slough, Superintendent Helen Kenny, said: “I would like to extend my condolences once again to Temur’s family and friends for their unimaginable loss.
“We are committed to tackling knife crime in the town, working alongside our partners to address the causes of violence that we have seen in recent years and help end knife crime across Slough.
“We continue to take a robust approach to those carrying weapons in the area, with officers targeting those who think it is acceptable to carry knives.
“If you use or carry weapons in Slough, expect to be stopped, searched, arrested, charged and in some cases, face the prospect of being sent to prison immediately on remand.
“The community plays a vital role in this proactive approach. Your support is required to help us prevent violent crime. We need information about those carrying knives in the town.
“If anyone has information about knives or violence in Slough, please report it via 101 or by making a report on our website.
“Alternatively, for 100 per cent anonymity, you can also call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 with any information.”